Cleanfeed vs SESSION™ Playback
Cleanfeed provides browser-based live audio and recording. SESSION™ Playback starts in a Mac DAW and sends its stereo mix to free browser listeners.
In this guide: SESSION™ Playback. Mac sender · macOS 14.2+ · AU, VST3 and AAX. Plans and requirements.
Published by Capiscana, Inc., maker of SESSION™ products. About these comparisons.
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Price and what you are buying
| Product / plan | Price and billing | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanfeed Lite | $0 | Limited browser audio sessions |
| Cleanfeed Pro | $36 a month | Business rate |
| Cleanfeed Pro subsidized | $23 a month | Eligibility restrictions apply |
| SESSION™ Playback | $9.99 a month or $59 a year | Sender subscription; free browser listeners |
Cleanfeed lists a 20% discount for yearly renewal. Its subsidized price is not the general commercial rate.
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The workflow difference
Cleanfeed is relevant to interviews, remote contributions and browser audio sessions. Playback begins with a plugin on the bus being shared. The starting point matters: a microphone contribution and the output of a music session are different sources that require different routing.
For an interview assembled from remote microphones, examine the recording and participant controls. For hearing a mix bus while adjusting it, check the route from that bus to the listener and keep the communication microphone separate.
SESSION™ Playback at a glance
- Price
- $9.99 a month or $59 a year
- Requirements
- macOS 14.2 or later on Intel or Apple silicon. AU, VST3 and AAX sender plugins. A sender subscription is required; browser listeners are free.
- Input and setup
- Insert Playback Send on the stereo bus, choose the quality before starting, and share the listening link. A browser listener opens the link and presses play without creating an account or installing a plugin.
- Working with it
- Use the stream for listening and mix review, with a separate call for conversation. Playback Receive provides a native receiving route. Review the device and quality requirements before choosing the stream format.
- Before the session
- Up to five simultaneous listeners, with lower limits for the highest Studio formats. Each subscription includes 200 GB per monthly anniversary, counting delivery to each listener. Unused delivery does not roll over; streaming stops at the allowance until reset, without automatic overage charges.
Before the first session
Check Cleanfeed's current browser support and plan terms for recording. With either tool, verify input and output devices before starting the real session.
See the SESSION™ Playback workflow and product demonstration
Sources and scope
Product documentation reviewed October 17, 2026. These are comparisons of published capabilities, not independent performance tests. Prices and availability can change.
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Questions before choosing
Does browser listening mean a recording is being delivered?
No. A listener hearing a stream and a production receiving an editable recording are separate outcomes. Verify the recording feature, track separation and export path needed for the job.
When should I choose SESSION™ Playback instead?
Choose SESSION™ Playback when the source is your stereo DAW bus. Choose Cleanfeed when the job is a browser session built around contributions and recording.
What does Cleanfeed cost compared with SESSION™ Playback?
Cleanfeed Lite: $0. Cleanfeed Pro: $36 a month. Cleanfeed Pro subsidized: $23 a month. Cleanfeed lists a 20% discount for yearly renewal. Its subsidized price is not the general commercial rate. SESSION™ Playback costs $9.99 a month or $59 a year.